Salisbury Town has a big seasonal appeal in the southern Adirondacks
Situated at the foothills of the southern Adirondack Mountains, Salisbury Town is home to roughly 1,600 residents, though that number swells with tourism in summer and winter. For year-round locals, who just refer to the town as Salisbury, everyday life is defined by the area's scenic beauty and the quiet nature of the community. "I've lived here for years, and I know basically everyone. It's a tiny town," says Heidi Mouyos, a local Realtor with Empire Homes & Commercial LLC who's been selling homes for over a decade. "Salisbury is right in the foothills of the Adirondacks, and it's smack-dab between Albany and Syracuse, so the location is amazing. It's become a tourist destination for the great seasonal activities it has to offer."
Wide range of home styles with prices tied to land and lake
Salisbury is heavily forested, and winding, country backroads lead past homes tucked away into thickets of woodland or sitting on well-manicured green acres. The entire area is veined with creeks, and Spruce Lake creates the rare opportunity for waterfront property. Architecture ranges widely in Salisbury, with midcentury ranch-style homes and saltbox cabins selling between $125,000 and $255,000. More contemporary homes in all different styles, from chalets to modern cabins, can sell anywhere between $280,000 and $625,000. Price depends mainly on the acreage amount and whether the property is lakeside. The town's CAP Index Crime Score is 1 out of 10, well below the national average of 4.
Year-round outdoor adventure with forests and lakes
Outdoor recreation in Salisbury is greatly influenced by its location in the southern Adirondacks, with part of the Ferris Lake Wild Forest sprawling into the town proper. It's just one of several forest preserves found in central and upstate New York, and Ferris Lake is nearly 150,000 acres, giving residents access to over 100 miles of hiking trails. "Since you're right at the base of the Adirondacks, there's so much to explore. We get a lot of tourists for that reason alone. There's a ton of snowmobile clubs here, and the trail system is extensive," Mouyos says. "There are several lakes within a 30-minute radius, so that's a big summertime thing, to go out fishing and boating." Mouyos references five lakes, with Spruce Lake and Klondike Reservoir being two of the closest major lakes for Salisbury locals.
Long-standing local businesses and shopping in nearby towns
Salisbury isn't a place of expansive shopping centers but a community of long-standing local businesses. "There are small private businesses here, but in terms of commercial areas, there's not much going on. It's really just mom-and-pop shops," Mouyos says. On State Route 29 running through town is a gas station, an antique shop and Stone Jug, the go-to spot for fish fries and draft beer. "Luckily, because of its location, there are towns nearby that have much more in terms of shopping, with big grocery stores and places like Walmart."
Public schooling in nearby Dolgeville
Kids living in Salisbury head to the neighboring community of Dolgeville for public education. The youngest students can start at Dolgeville Elementary School, which gets a C-minus from Niche. They can then move on to B-minus-rated Dolgeville Jr./Sr. High School, which has nearly 20 clubs and several sports for students to choose from.
Main roads link residents to cities, medical care and travel hubs
The community's main road is State Route 29, which connects to thoroughfares such as State Route 28 and Interstate 90, essential to navigating central New York. "Both Albany and Syracuse are about an hour and a half away, which I think is super appealing for our area," Mouyos says. The closest large medical center, Little Falls Hospital, is 8 miles away in Little Falls. The Syracuse Hancock International Airport services several commercial airlines and is 88 miles west of Salisbury via I-90.
